2020 saw the start of medical marijuana sales in Missouri. It can be used by patients with crippling, chronic, or terminal conditions to reduce pain and improve their quality of life.
Patients who have registered are allowed to buy four ounces of marijuana every 30 days. Each patient must submit an electronic certification from a qualified physician in order to complete that process, which can be done online.
Patients and caregivers can legally buy and possess marijuana at any state-licensed dispensary.
Age & Residency
In Missouri, there is no set age at which a person may purchase medical marijuana. Patients under the age of 18 must, however, have a parent or legal guardian sign a caregiver registration form. Only residents of Missouri will be able to obtain medical marijuana cards.
Residents of Missouri or their primary caregivers must also present a copy of an ID card with a photo, such as a driver's license. Finally, current documentation of residency is required for Missouri patients and caregivers.
Get Evaluated
Patients' certification can be finalized by any medical doctor (MD) or doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) who is in good standing and has a license to practice in the state of Missouri. Doctors who fit that description are authorized to recommend medical marijuana.
SStill, in order to submit the required forms, the doctor must be registered with DHSS.
Potential medical marijuana patients are not required to be certified by Missouri providers. If a patient's doctor forbids them from using medical marijuana, they can request a referral to another physician who might come to a different conclusion.
Missouri Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
The following are some of the best Missouri dispensaries:
- Terrapin Care Station: 5408 Prospect, Kansas City, MO 64130
- BeLeaf Medical: 1315 Cherokee St, Saint Louis MO 63118
- BD Health Retail: 2126 E Dale St, Springfield MO 65803
- COMO Health: 4003 Ponderosa St, Columbia MO 65201
- Fresh Green: 1041 Ne Sam Walton Ln, Lee’s Summit MO 64086